A new affordable housing project in Chilliwack has taken another step forward, with a groundbreaking ceremony taking place for the 80-unit development at 45603 Yale Rd.

As of Jan. 16, 2017, British Columbians looking to purchase their first home can apply to the B.C. Home Owner Mortgage and Equity Partnership program, which helps first-time homebuyers create secure and stable futures for their families through home ownership.

Low-income families in need of affordable rental housing in Chilliwack will soon have access to 35 new units of affordable housing.

Low-income families and youth at risk of homelessness in Chilliwack will soon have access to 80 new units of affordable rental housing.

The Government of British Columbia is investing $220,000 to expand Chilliwack’s temporary winter shelter, increasing the number of shelter beds in the city.

People who are homeless or at risk will now have access to supportive housing and onsite health services at the new Chilliwack Health and Housing Centre.

The B.C. government and SAFERhome Standards Society have joined with a local developer to study universal design features, elements that accommodate changing lifestyle and accessibility needs, in a new residential development in Chilliwack.